Best Nathan Erickson Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 68 - AI with Integrity: Preserving Values in a Digital Age with Meena Das 44:55

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The nonprofit sector continues to reshape with AI, but its power comes with responsibility. The ethical use of AI is essential to ensure technology serves human values rather than replacing them. Organizations need to balance hope and fear, embrace accountability, and create policies rooted in empathy, equity, and integrity. Evolving beyond awarene…

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Episode 67 - When the Ground Shifts: Adapting to AI and Tech Change 35:43

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Living in a rapidly changing technological era, the development of AI reminds us that what feels stable today can shift overnight. Just as global pandemics and political scenarios are reshaping our world quickly, AI is accelerating change at an unprecedented pace. The key not just to survive but to stay at the top of the technological game is to le…

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Episode 66 - A New Paradigm: A Preview of the FundraisingAI Global Summit with Woodrow Rosenbaum & Mallory Erickson 42:33

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In this week’s episode, we welcome Mallory Erickson, the creator of Practivated, and Woodrow Rosenbaum, founder and CEO of With Intent. This conversation focuses on the balance between productivity and efficiency with the help of AI in a world where speed often overshadows substance. Together, they shed light on how innovation can empower nonprofit…

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Episode 65 - Assume Anything Is Possible: AI, Philanthropy, and the Future 43:39

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From outdated best practices to the rise of agentic AI, the world of artificial intelligence is changing by the day. Reshaping how we work, lead, and give, AI is evolving faster than any other technology we’ve seen before. In this episode, Nathan and Scott comment on the urgency and importance of mindset shifts around AI, the emergence of new roles…

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Episode 64 - Design Thinking, Vibe Coding, and the Human Side of AI with Jason VanLue 46:37

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In this episode, Nathan welcomes Jason VanLue, VP of Product at Virtuous, to explore the intersection of design thinking, branding, and AI. Starting the conversation, Jason shares his unique journey into product development and storytelling. The duo dives into the importance of design principles, the art of vibe coding, and why the human touch matt…

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Episode 63 - Geneva AI for Good Summit: Ethics, Energy, And Accountability 38:11

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The term ‘Responsible AI’ is more than a buzzword; it’s a call to action. When we talk about responsible AI, it’s not about some fancy tech tools; it’s about power, ethics, leadership, and long-term consequences. The question we need to ask is ‘Who defines what’s safe? Who decides what’s ethical?’. At present a handful of tech giants shape the answ…

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Episode 62 - Geneva AI for Good Summit: Insights on AI & Humanity 40:42

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Today's conversation from the AI for Good Summit in Geneva, Nathan and Scott explore the evolving role of AI in shaping a better world. The summit, held under the United Nations banner and inspired by Neil Sahota, marks its 10th anniversary by focusing on how AI can accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The discuss…

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Episode 61 - Navigating Super Intelligence, Governance, and Human-First Transformation 31:33

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In the rapidly accelerating world of Artificial Intelligence, the pace of innovation can feel overwhelming. From groundbreaking advancements to the ongoing debate about governance and ethical implications, AI is not just a tool; it's a transformative force. As we race towards super intelligence and navigate increasingly sophisticated models, how do…

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Episode 60 - Authenticity Over Perfection: AI, Trust, and the Future of Healthcare Philanthropy 42:23

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AI is no longer a remote concept; it’s here, reshaping how we communicate, work, and lead. But in a value-based sector such as healthcare philanthropy, AI adoption isn’t just about innovation; it’s about alignment, trust, and purpose. Curiosity fuels exploration, and authenticity remains the most valuable currency of our time. As organizations stru…

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Episode 59 - Human + AI: Shaping the Nonprofit Work of Tomorrow 48:48

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In an era where Artificial Intelligence is redefining our world at a remarkably swift pace, the traditional way of doing things no longer guarantees decent outcomes. The transformation of how we work, create, and find meaning due to AI puts the conventional job pyramid into a disruptive mode. It’s our responsibility to embrace curiosity, adapt bold…

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Episode 58 - Courage: From Fear to Forward Motion in the Age of AI with Mallory Erickson 40:59

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In today’s rapidly evolving landscape of technology, Artificial Intelligence isn’t just another tool but is becoming a part of the framework of how we live and work. But with that realization comes the question: What does it mean to use AI responsibly? How do we balance innovation with impact? And what happens if we let fear get in our way of engag…

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Episode 57 - Enhancing Humanity: The Promise of Compassionate AI with Dr. Jean-Luc Mommaerts 39:47

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Compassionate AI goes beyond kindness and empathy. It’s deep-rooted, human-centered intelligence that understands and supports a person as a whole. Embedded in both Western rationality and Eastern wisdom, it aims to help us grow and connect more meaningfully. Instead of replacing humans, compassionate AI develops our ability to understand ourselves…

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Episode 56 - The Role of Leadership And Governance In Building Trust In AI 39:17

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AI continues to offer incredible opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, making the way to transform how we live and work. While AI becomes more involved with our daily lives, it raises critical questions about responsibility, ethics, and governance. For a responsible AI adoption, you need not only to embrace the technology and its potent…

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Episode 55 - Human-Centered Fundraising In The Age Of AI with Peggy Maher 43:50

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AI continues to prove its potential to enhance human touch in an era where technology often feels like it's replacing it. Most leaders are finding out that instead of replacing, AI can enhance empathy, streamline communication, and strengthen donor relationships. Using AI thoughtfully can help people reduce time-consuming work, clarify complex mess…

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Episode 54 - AI Fluency: The Skill Every Leader Needs Now 40:57

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What does it mean to be AI fluent? And why is this skill becoming crucial not just for tech teams but for nonprofit leaders, fundraisers, and other mission-driven professionals? In this week’s episode, Nathan and Scott ponder these very questions. They also unpack what truly drives innovation: curiosity and imagination, while commenting that the bi…

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Building Value, Giving Back: Don Opatrny on Wall Street Wisdom and Community Impact 55:30

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In this episode of the Valley Investors Podcast, Don Opatrny shares his path from Cleveland to Cornell, through Wall Street and eventually to philanthropic leadership in Arizona. Don reflects on a dynamic career at Goldman Sachs that spanned corporate finance, international restructuring, and asset management. Now based in Phoenix, he's channeling …

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Episode 53 - From Myth To Mission: Rethinking The Role Of AI 37:15

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From an emerging trend to a powerful everyday tool, AI has surely come a long way. The current models can generate content and languages, create visuals, and even act as personal assistants. And guess what the best part is? You don’t have to be a tech expert or a part of a large organization to use them. In this episode of the Fundraising AI podcas…

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Episode 52 - Navigating The Ethical Landscape Of AI For A Better Tomorrow With Xiaochen Z 38:41

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Xiaochen Z is the founder and chief AI officer at AI2030, a global network focused on driving responsible and ethical AI development for the good of humanity. He is also the CEO of FinTech4Good with over 20 years of experience in the intersection of technology and social impact and leverages technology to empower communities and support sustainable…

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Episode 51 - Nonprofit AI Strategies: Personalization, Ethics, and the Future of Giving 30:13

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Fundraising, in the nonprofit sector, is no exception to the unprecedented pace of industry transformation by Artificial Intelligence. While AI continues to develop at a rapid rate, it presents both challenges and opportunities for organizations that seek effective donor engagement, operation optimization, and amplifying missions. In this week’s ep…

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50 Episodes of Fundraising AI: Milestones, Challenges, and the Road Ahead 26:17

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Nathan and Scott celebrate the 50th episode of the Fundraising AI podcast, reflecting on their journey and the rapid evolution of AI technology. They discuss the balance between AI scale and safety, noting the industry's focus on expansion over responsible use. The conversation highlights advancements in deep research, AI's impact on nonprofits, an…

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Episode 49 - Sustainable Giving: A Strategic Approach to Long-Term Donor Engagement with Dave Raley 41:10

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Meet Dave Raley, consultant, co-host, writer & keynote speaker, and the founder of Imago Consulting, an advisory firm that helps organizations create growth through innovation. He is also a passionate Disney fan. As an expert in nonprofit leadership, Dave has inspired thousands of nonprofit leaders to grow both personally and organizationally. He i…

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Value Investing in a Modern Market: Insights from Bill Nygren of Harris Associates 45:20

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In this episode of the Valley Investors Podcast, host Nathan Erickson welcomes Bill Nygren, Partner, and Chief Investment Officer at Harris Associates and Vice President of Oakmark Funds. Bill shares his journey from a working-class high school in St. Paul, Minnesota, to becoming a distinguished value investor managing the Oakmark Fund. He discusse…

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Episode 48 - Life-Long Learning to Stay Relevant in the Age of AI 40:29

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We start today’s conversation with Nathan and Scott sharing their thoughts on the inauguration of the 47th president of the USA and the tech giants who were present. Nathan comments on the new president’s decision to overturn the former president’s ‘Responsible AI Framework.’ Nathan and Scott then discuss the implications of AI's rapid advancement …

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Episode 47 - Embracing Tools, Cultivating Curiosity, and Saving Personal Time 39:24

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Welcome back and Happy New Year to all our tech enthusiasts. In this episode, Nathan and Scott discuss their recent experiences with AI, including Nathan's exploration of quantum computing and Scott's digital detox. Throughout the conversation, they examine the rapidly evolving AI landscape and the importance of embracing the right tools, cultivati…

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Rethinking Indexing and the Future of Investing with Rob Arnott 58:00

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In this episode of Valley Investors, Nathan Erickson welcomes Rob Arnott, Founder and Chairman of Research Affiliates, and a featured speaker at the upcoming CFA Society Phoenix Market Forecast Dinner. Rob discusses his pioneering work in fundamental indexing, the evolution of quantitative investing, and the importance of rebalancing in capturing r…

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Episode 46 - 2024 AI Breakthroughs! 32:53

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In this episode, Nathan and Scott discuss the rapid advancements in AI, their implications for the fundraising sector, and what you need to look out for when using newly developed technologies in general. Nathan starts the conversation by remembering life before ChatGPT two years ago and how it became a daily sensation for everyone where people are…

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Episode 45 - Please and Thank You 30:53

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In this episode, Nathan and Scott explore the concept of anthropomorphizing AI, delving into how simple acts like saying "please" and "thank you" can transform how we interact with AI tools. The duo examines best practices and philosophies around polite interactions with AI, referencing Conor Grennan's rationale and the "Hi, Great, Thanks" (HGT) fr…

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Episode 44 - Shaping the Future of Philanthropy Through Technology with Jean Westrick 35:59

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Meet Jean Westrick, an Executive Director at the Technology Association of Grantmakers (TAG). She has 20+ years in philanthropy, specializing in technology strategy, program execution, and foundation operations. Before being the next Executive Director of the Technology Association of Grantmakers, Jean was the Director of IT Strategy and Communicat…

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Episode 43 - AI in Fundraising: Embracing Innovation, Responsibility, and Community 28:23

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Starting today's conversation, Nathan and Scott discuss practical takeaways from recent conferences, including Scott's experience at the AFP Kindleberger Forum, where he saw firsthand how AI can empower small nonprofits with limited resources. They also explore the unique advantages smaller organizations have in adopting AI, given their agility and…

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Episode 42 - Empowering Low Resource Languages with Subha Vadlamannati of OpenNLPLabs 37:20

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In today's conversation, Subha Vadlamannati, founder and CEO of OpenNLP Labs and a student at Stanford, shares her journey and mission to make natural language processing (NLP) accessible for low-resource and marginalized languages. She explains the organization's focus on real-world applications of NLP, especially for languages underrepresented on…

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Episode 41 - Manipulation vs. Rationale: The need for ethical use of AI 46:22

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The evolution of AI has made our work easy and quick. But it’s crucial that we are using it for the right reasons. There’s also a dark side to using AI that most people aren’t aware of. That being said, we must research those who develop these technologies and find out how they are created. Nathan and Scott started today’s conversation by looking b…

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Do Stocks Outperform Treasury Bills and more with Dr. Hendrik Bessembinder 53:46

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In this episode of Valley Investors, host Nathan Erickson sits down with Dr. Hendrik Bessembinder, the Francis J. and Mary B. Labriola Endowed Chair at Arizona State University. Dr. Bessembinder shares his unique path from motorcycles to academia, diving into his extensive research on market design, trading strategies, and long-term investment perf…

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Episode 40 - Building Trust in the AI Era with Cherian Koshy 40:41

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In today's conversation, Cherian Koshy reflects on the evolution of technology, transparency, and the role of AI in nonprofit fundraising. Starting with personal stories, Cherian and Nathan discuss the early technology adoption in their careers and the transformative "Aha" moments that shaped their understanding of tech innovation. Cherian highligh…

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Episode 39 - Empower Nonprofits Through AI with Erin McHugh Saif and Devi Thomas 45:16

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Devi Thomas, named as one of the 2023 Social Impact Pioneers and Top Women in Communications, leads the Nonprofit Community at Microsoft Philanthropies. She engages wit h nonprofits to address community challenges through AI and technology, empowering them to create impactful solutions and drive social change. On the other hand, Erin McHugh Saif is…

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Episode 38 - Making AI Accessible, Fun, and Impactful for Nonprofits with Tim Lockie 32:10

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Tim Lockie is the CEO of The Human Stack, an organization dedicated to helping nonprofits and teams integrate technology, including AI, into their workflows. With a background in nonprofit work and tech implementation, Tim is passionate about making technology accessible and practical, especially in data-driven decision-making and fundraising. In t…

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Episode 37 - AI and the Future of Work: Navigating the Balance Between Automation, Human Interaction, and Ethical Decision-Making 38:54

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This episode explores the trade-offs between privacy and convenience, the promise of AI in enhancing work-life balance, and the ethical challenges of automation! During today's conversation, Scott and Nathan discuss various AI topics, starting with LinkedIn's new feature that allows training AI on user data, sparking a discussion on privacy versus …

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Episode 36 - Embracing AI and Mindfulness for Impactful Change with Randima Fernando 32:45

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Today's Guest, Randima Fernando, is a prominent figure at the crossroads of technology, ethics, and social good. As a Co-Founder and former Executive Director of the Center for Humane Technology (CHT), he played a crucial role in advancing the global conversation on the ethics of technology. CHT's work, including its pivotal role in the Emmy-winnin…

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Episode 35- Human Values in an AI-Driven World with Kelly Hecht 37:36

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This episode explores the double-edged nature of AI, reflecting on its power to accelerate life while emphasizing the importance of conscious, thoughtful AI use to preserve human values. Meet Kelly Hecht, an executive advisor at Amazon Web Services (AWS), who focuses on the global healthcare and nonprofit sectors. She is dedicated to helping custom…

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Episode 34 - Role of AI in Enhancing Donor Engagement with Salvatore Salpietro 42:27

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Revolutionize the donation process, making it smarter, more efficient, and deeply personalized, all while ensuring transparency and trust within the nonprofit sector! This episode features Salvatore Salpietro, the Chief Community Officer at FundraiseUp, a tech company that enhances charitable giving by optimizing donation processes. Their platform …

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Episode 33 - AI in Action: How AI is Revolutionizing Nonprofit Strategies and Success 36:48

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Today's episode delves into the evolving landscape of AI adoption within the nonprofit sector, revealing how AI is revolutionizing fundraising by turning data into actionable insights. Nathan and Scott kick off today's conversation by discussing the growing presence of AI at industry conferences, such as APRA-PD 2024, where the conversation has shi…

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Episode 32 - AI's Impact on Nonprofit Strategy: Balancing Innovation and Humanity with Brittany Shaff 34:48

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In a landscape where AI revolutionizes nonprofit fundraising, this episode highlights its role as a game changer, blending advanced technology with the human touch! Meet Brittany Shaff, the Founder and CEO of Shaff Fundraising Group, a consultancy specializing in strategic philanthropy and engagement management. With twenty years of experience acro…

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Episode 31 - Predicting the Future and Shaping Efficiency in Fundraising with AI 37:54

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Embrace a future where AI reshapes nonprofit strategies with adaptability and strategic insight! In today's episode, Nathan and Scott explore how tools like ChatGPT have evolved over the past 18 months, becoming integral in goal setting and efficiency. With AI now capable of predicting human behavior with 85% accuracy, Nathan and Scott highlight th…

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Episode 30 - AI's Role in Education and Nonprofits: Balancing Technology and Humanity with Lily Loughridge 41:53

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In this episode of the FundraisingAI podcast, hosts Nathan Chappell and Scott Rosenkrans welcome Lily Loughridge, a rising senior at Stanford University, who brings a unique perspective from her studies in computer science and psychology. The discussion navigates the dynamic landscape of artificial intelligence and its implications for the global f…

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Episode 29 - The Promise and Peril of Autonomous Fundraising 36:04

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In this riveting episode, Nathan and Scott dive deep into the provocative topic of autonomous fundraising and its potential to reshape the nonprofit sector. They explore the controversial idea of replacing human fundraisers with AI-driven bots, highlighting the pros and cons with compelling arguments and real-world examples! The conversation starts…

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Episode 28 - Beyond Donations: How Furniture Bank is Leveraging AI to End Furniture Poverty with Dan Kershaw 42:05

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Some people struggle with things that you may find difficult to believe. Furniture poverty is one of the hidden struggles people face in the USA and Canada. There are a considerable number of people who can barely afford furniture because it's the third most expensive thing people have to spend their money on. There are a lot of organizations that …

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Inside Wealth Management: Kory Leadon's Approach 38:59

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In this episode of Valley Investors, Nathan Erickson interviews Kory Leadon, CFP, senior lead advisor at Brighton Jones. Kory shares his journey from growing up in Yakima, Washington, to his long tenure at Brighton Jones. He discusses the firm's unique approach to wealth management, the importance of tax planning, and how they integrate personal CF…

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Episode 27 - Leveraging Technology to Foster Generosity with Woodrow Rosenbaum 37:55

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Meet Woodrow Rosenbaum, the visionary Chief Data Officer behind GivingTuesday's global impact. With a robust background in market dynamics and audience transformation, Woodrow is in charge of understanding and promoting generosity worldwide. At the helm of the GivingTuesday Data Commons, he spearheads collaborative efforts across over 300 organizat…

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Episode 26: Challenges and Reflections on Recent AI Developments 38:50

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Ready to decode the AI buzz? Let's elevate AI, one conversation at a time! From Apple Intelligence's strategic rebranding to Elon Musk's bold predictions, in today's episode, Nathan and Scott explore the evolving role of AI in our daily lives and its impact on future technological advancements. Diving deeper, they discuss recent breakthroughs such …

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Episode 25 - AI's Role in Efficiency, Trust, and DEI with Shannon McCracken 36:14

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This episode features Shannon McCracken, the CEO of The Nonprofit Alliance (TNPA), who brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to the nonprofit sector. Recognized by The NonProfit Times as a Power & Influence Top 50 Honoree in 2022 and 2023, Shannon has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to effect change across multiple areas of nonp…

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Episode 24 - AI Fundamentals Made Simple 38:05

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This special episode is specially crafted for listeners new to the technology or seeking to strengthen their foundational knowledge! Over the past few months, we've received valuable input from our audience, ranging from seasoned AI users to those entirely new to the field. Many have shared their enthusiasm for learning but have requested a breakdo…